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Apply for a Committee

Learn more about each committee seeking new members at https://banff.ca/459/Apply-for-a-Committee 

Free Unwanted Item Pickup

Don’t illegally dump items by a garbage bin or on the street. There are free, legal ways for residents to get rid of unwanted items that don’t fit in garbage bins, like furniture or appliances. Learn more at https://banff.ca/550/Unwant...

Elk Rut Season

The elk rutting season has begun and will last until mid-October.

Fall/Winter Classes and Programs

Register for classes and programs online at Banff.ca/Register or call 403.762.1251

• Active Living and Wellness
• BanffLIFE (for ages 18-20)
• Children & Youth (Kindergarten to Grade 12)
• Free Sport & Recreation Sessions
• Languages, Art & Food
• MountainLIFE ...

Rainbow returns to Banff to celebrate Pride

A rainbow has proudly returned to the Town of Banff, providing a bright path for thousands of visitors and residents each day, while celebrating the community’s diversity.

“I am thrilled to celebrate our strong and vibrant community wit...

Call to Artists

The Town of Banff, through the Community Art Committee, is pleased to invite Canadian artists to put forth proposals for a high-impact public art project in a newly re-envisioned public space in downtown Banff.

Plan Your Visit

If you’re coming to Banff, use the best exit into town to avoid traffic and delays. With several roads closed to vehicles, plan ahead to make your visit more fun.

Use the Banff Avenue/Minnewanka exit if:

• You’re staying in a hotel or camp...

CP Rail Bridge Replacement

Norquay Road will be temporarily closed at the railway crossing throughout the day on Wednesday, August 26. Delays are expected to last up to 15 minutes every half hour. Expect construction equipment in the area as CP Rail works on the replacement of the ...

Conflict of interest allegations disproved

Banff Town Council voted on Aug. 10 to publicly release an independent investigation that found no wrongdoing of the Mayor or Council, after an individual who made a complaint began delivering to Banff homes a letter repeating disproved allegations.

The le...

Town Hall Open

Town Hall is now open to the public 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-4 pm.

A Brand New Bear

Learn about the construction project on Bear Street and see which businesses are open.

Town to deliver Banff Evacuation Guide and masks to all dwellings

The Town of Banff will deliver an updated Evacuation Guide to all Banff dwellings this month as part of the community’s efforts to prepare for emergencies such as flooding and wildfires.

Alongside the advice on preparing for disasters, the Town o...

Governments of Alberta and Canada advance assessment of rail service for Bow Valley

The Province of Alberta announced earlier today that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) to explore the feasibility of a passenger rail service, extending from the Calgary International Airport through ...

Task Force focussed on Banff’s economic recovery in wake of COVID-19

Banff & Lake Louise Tourism (BLLT), Parks Canada, the Town of Banff, and Banff & Lake Louise Hospitality Association (BLLHA) created the Banff & Lake Louise Economic Task Force to deliver a phased plan to safely and effectively re-open the eco...

Utility invoices mailed, deferral option continues

The Town of Banff is mailing the monthly utility bill for water, sewer and waste services to properties, but account holders are reminded that payment deferrals remain in place.

People who are able to pay are encouraged to do so. However, many residents ma...

Bear Street reconstruction breaks ground

Transformation of service centre revitalizes public space, prepares Banff for recovery 

The Town of Banff has launched a major reconstruction project designed to bring significant pedestrian-focused enhancements to a key commercial and service cen...